Safety before Climbing in Grimeton
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Your health and safety are important.
Climbing is physically demanding, so a basic prerequisite is good physical condition and the ability to climb independently.
People who are pregnant, have cardiovascular disease, difficulty breathing, a serious fear of heights or dizziness should not participate in this activity.
Therefore, be honest about your health condition. This is to ensure your safety is not compromised. All forms of intoxicants are prohibited before and during participation.
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Prepare well for the climbing.
Keep in mind that it’s often windier and colder at the very top of the tower. Therefore, comfortable and durable clothing suitable for the weather is recommended, following the layering principle. Helmets, safety harnesses, and gloves are provided on-site. You’re welcome to bring your own gloves if you prefer. Wear comfortable shoes with firm/hard soles that provide good grip. Avoid shoes with flat or smooth soles, such as sneakers. Instead, choose gym shoes, trekking or hiking shoes. Before arriving for your climb, it’s good to have eaten a hearty breakfast and drunk water.
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Lockable storage lockers.
On-site, there’s an opportunity to securely store personal belongings free of charge.
Our climbing guides will take pictures of you during the climb.
From a safety and security point of view, cameras, video equipment as well as wireless devices are not allowed during the climb.
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Age, weight and size limits.
The age limit for the Climbing Shift is 15 years. Young people under the age of 18 must have a responsible adult with them on site. Each responsible adult can be responsible for a maximum of three young people.
The minimum weight is 50 kg and the maximum weight is 120 kg.
The climbing is done in the original structure, where the internal dimensions of the ladder with its curved protection are 490 mm deep and 740 mm wide.
5.Climbing is dependent on the weather.
The climb is conducted in most weather conditions; for example, rain and fog are not obstacles. Remember to dress appropriately to stay dry and wear shoes with good grip.
We love climbing but will cancel the climb in the event of high winds, thunderstorms or other events beyond our control.
In case of a canceled climb, we primarily offer rebooking to a new date and secondarily a 100% refund. Although the goal for all our tower tours is to reach the top and go out onto the cross arm, there are no guarantees that this will be possible during all climbing occasions.
A climb to the tower’s elevator platform offers the same great view and experience and is equivalent to a completed climb, so no compensation is provided in such cases.
CERTIFICATION AND SAFETY
The World Heritage site’s climbing guides, who are also climb leaders, are all certified and well-trained in high-altitude rescue and evacuation. The equipment used is approved and certified by AAK Safety, an international company specializing in professional high-altitude work. Certification and annual checks follow the highest international regulations. All this to create a sense of safety and a positive experience for our visitors.
The climb takes place in the antenna tower’s original structure where fall protection systems are installed. Participants are connected to the fall protection systems at ground level and are not disconnected until after completing the climb upon return to ground level. Participants do not need to have any prior climbing experience.
At the time of the visit, all participants are informed about how the equipment works and how to use it. Everyone is equipped with safety devices such as helmets, gloves, safety harnesses, and other fall protection equipment.
FEAR OF HEIGHTS
The World Heritage Grimeton’s antenna towers are a well-known landmark. Many have seen the six T-shaped steel towers that proudly stretch 127 m straight up into the air. Imagine the breathtaking view from up in the tower, over to Anholt, down to the ground where the radio station looks like a small sugar cube surrounded by fields and church spires. Has the thought filled you with joy or made you break out in a cold sweat?
Perhaps you’ve imagined what it would be like to work up in the towers, or just to climb on a special occasion? A family member graduating, an anniversary celebration, or an experience with your best friend or group? Or maybe the World Heritage antenna towers are on your “Bucket list” and you long for the feeling of experiencing a thrilling, authentic adventure that not only provides knowledge but also boosts self-confidence. Very few are those who haven’t felt weak in the knees before climbing the antenna tower, but after a climb have achieved a life goal and gotten rid of or reduced their fear of heights in the process. You’re not alone in feeling fear of great heights. It’s rather normal and even healthy, we’d like to say.
Acrophobia, fear of heights, is common. Many of the radio station’s mast workers didn’t know if they would be able to muster the courage required to set foot on the steel ladder’s first step. But, unlike the mast workers who climbed on their own, we’re here to support you before, during, and after the climb.
We answer your questions, show how safe the climb is, keep you mentally present, and help you focus on the ultimate prize – challenging and overcoming your fear.
We rejoice with our climbers who dare to face their fear. Does your pulse rise just at the thought? Don’t underestimate yourself. With support from us and from loved ones on the ground, you’ll be amazed at what you can do!